Minor in Politics

About the Minor

The Politics minor at Drexel University prepares students to analyze, interpret, and influence the political, social, and economic systems that shape everyday life. Students develop strong analytical, communication, and data-driven research skills while gaining a comparative understanding of how governments function, how public policies are created, and how individuals and institutions exercise power. Coursework reflects Drexel’s research strengths; including public policy, environmental politics, international organizations, human rights, and law and society, while offering students the flexibility to design a curriculum aligned with their professional goals.

Learning occurs through discussion-based classes, applied research projects, experiential assignments, and optional Cooperative Education (Co-op) placements. With support from faculty and advisors, students build a personalized academic plan that allows them to explore interests across domestic politics, global affairs, public law, civic engagement, and policy analysis.

Graduates are well prepared for careers in government, nonprofit organizations, law, business, and international affairs. Alumni pursue a wide range of professional roles, including legislative staffer, policy analyst, research associate, intelligence analyst, campaign manager and coordinator, government relations specialist, and legal assistant. Many students also continue on to graduate study in law, political science, public policy, international relations, and business.

Admissions Requirements

Students are required to declare a major before declaring a minor. Students admitted directly into a specific major at the time of matriculation may declare a minor beginning in their second semester. All requirements for the minor must be completed either concurrently with or prior to the completion of the primary major requirements. This ensures that students fulfill the expectations of their primary field of study while completing any additional areas of academic specialization.

Minor Requirements

Additional Information

For more information about this program, please contact the College of Arts and Sciences